Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Posted On 11/03/2026
Job Information
Work Experience 4-5 years
Personal and Household Services
City Southwark
Province Southwark
Postal Code SE1
Job Description
6 month contract role with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
* Temporary Health & Safety Manager for Housing Responsive Repairs at Southwark Council, primarily based at Frensham Street Depot, with one day at London Bridge office and one day remote.
* Responsible for providing professional H&S support, ensuring legal compliance, and maintaining an effective safety management system across responsive repairs operations.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
* Lead the development, review, and compliance of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
* Conduct audits, inspections, and H&S investigations; deliver performance reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Advise operational teams and contractors on CDM 2015 duties and compliance.
* Support stakeholders across the Council’s Housing Repairs & Maintenance department.
* Deliver training, briefings, and seminars on H&S policies and best practice.
* Monitor compliance with health & safety legislation and Council standards.
* Maintain effective record-keeping and reporting using relevant systems.
Skills/Experience:
* Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation.
* IOSH membership and recognised H&S qualification (degree or diploma).
* Experience in DLO (Direct Labour Organisation) or construction environments.
* Proven auditing, investigation, data analysis, and training experience.
* Ability to deliver legal compliance and effective safety management.
* Experience in public sector housing.
* Additional H&S or auditing certifications.
Additional Information:
* Work pattern: 3 days on-site, 1 day at London Bridge, 1 day remote.
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